2005 Startrans Senator recalls and problems
The 2005 Startrans Senator has 3 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Startrans dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2005 Startrans Senator vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2005 Startrans Senator recalls
Recall 09V-409: Exterior Lighting
Problem: Startrans is recalling certain model year 2001 through 2009 transit buses manufactured between october 15, 2001 and september 24, 2009, equipped with luminator horizon LED side destination signs. The connector board can corrode due to an accumulation of moisture under the connector.
Risk: A short could occur, possibly causing smoke and fire.
Fix: Startrans will notify owners and the buses will be repaired by either startrans or luminator free of charge. Please see luminator's defect report 09e-054. The safety recall is expected to begin during november 2009. Owners may contact luminator at 1-972-516-3033 or startrans at 1-574-642-0811.
Recall 08V-626: Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
Problem: Startrans is recalling 4,409 my 2004-2008 senator and candidate shuttle buses built on ford or chevrolet chassis and equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 404, "platform lift installations in motor vehicles." the threshold warning system may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user in a certain spot within the defined threshold area.
Risk: The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
Fix: Startrans is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (Please see 07e095). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or startrans at 877-258-1392.
Recall 08V-627: Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
Problem: Startrans is recalling 4,409 my 2004-2008 senator and candidate shuttle buses built on ford or chevrolet chassis and equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "platform lift systems for motor vehicles." the anti-stow interlock may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user. The pressure sensing switch that detects the presence of weight on the platform was not adjusted to the necessary sensitivity level. The lift could stow even though someone or something is still on the lift.
Risk: A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.
Fix: Startrans is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (Please see 07e097). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or startrans at 877-258-1392.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2005 Startrans Senator have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2005 Startrans Senator: 09V-409 (exterior lighting), 08V-626 (equipment adaptive/mobility), 08V-627 (equipment adaptive/mobility). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Startrans recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Startrans dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.